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The Times Square ball drop ringing in 2026 will take on a patriotic red, white and blue theme to launch yearlong celebrations marking America’s birthdaySummer Times Square ball drop to celebrate America's 250th birthdayTimes Square will host a summertime ball drop on July 3, the eve of the 250th anniversary of the signing of the Declaration of Independence, America250 chair Rosie Rios said Friday.

Times Square ball goes red, white and blue for America's 250th birthday

Rob Reiner and wife Michele Singer Reiner were friends to Martin Scorsese, and their recent deaths fill the Oscar-winning filmmaker with "profound sadness."In a guest essay for The New York Times published Christmas Day, Scorsese paid tribute to his fellow director and reminisced about meeting for the first time and working together, though he also took a grave tone when discussing the Reiners' suspected homicides.

Rob Reiner's death fills Martin Scorsese with 'profound sadness'

Former "Bachelorette" JoJo Fletcher and her husband, Jordan Rodgers, welcomed their first baby via emergency cesarean section days before Christmas, the couple announced.Fletcher wrote on Instagram that she went for a sonogram appointment on Tuesday and "found out we needed to deliver via emergency c section that day."

Former 'Bachelorette' welcomes 1st baby via emergency c-section

"Big Brother" alum Mickey Lee died on Thursday after suffering multiple heart attacks following flu complications, according to her family."Big Brother" alum Mickey Lee died on Thursday after suffering multiple heart attacks following flu complications, according to her family. She was 35.

‘Big Brother' star Mickey Lee dies at 35 after cardiac arrests from flu complications

Kentucky’s Thomas Massie used the president’s insult to raise funds to run against a Trump-endorsed candidateA Kentucky congressman singled out by Donald Trump on Christmas as a “lowlife” after co-authoring a law requiring the federal government to release all of its Jeffrey Epstein files says the president attacked him for keeping a commitment to “help victims”.

Republican behind Epstein files act responds to Trump ‘lowlife’ taunt

When a couple's dog of 11 years passed away, they never imagined they’d be ready for a new furry family member—until fate intervened in the most unexpected way.One weekend, while Chelsea and Steven were away, she began receiving texts from neighbors warning that an animal might have wandered into their backyard, she told Newsweek.

Woman Thinks Coyote Broke in Yard—Has Realization That Changes Life Forever

The Yellow Jackets face BYU in the Pop-Tarts Bowl on Dec. 27Should Group of 5 Teams get automatic bids to CFP? Joel Klatt thinks they shouldn'tJoel Klatt discussed why he believe Group of 5 teams shouldn't get an automatic bid to the College Football Playoff.

Georgia Tech coach Brent Key defends state of college football amid widespread criticism

Over the course of 2025, deepfakes improved dramatically. AI-generated faces, voices and full-body performances that mimic real people increased in quality far beyond what even many experts expected would be the case just a few years ago. They were also increasingly used to deceive people.For many everyday scenarios — especially low-resolution video calls and media shared on social media platforms — their realism is now high enough to reliably fool nonexpert viewers.

2026 will be the year you get fooled by a deepfake, researcher says. Voice cloning has crossed the ‘indistinguishable threshold’

A reform-minded mayor is taking charge of New York City at a time when the largest police department in the country is finding its stride in its stability, touting a drop in gun violence and homicides while its current leadership stays intact.New York Police Department Commissioner Jessica Tisch is staying at the helm under progressive Mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, providing nearly 35,000 uniformed members sustained leadership after she became the fourth police commissioner to serve in the scandal-scarred Adams administration.

A reform-minded mayor is taking over New York at a time of progress and stability for the NYPD

An Australian mom was caught off guard by two photos from the past and present in a way that felt almost uncanny.Rachel Petersen (@racheltuesday_) shared a post on TikTok, beginning with a black-and-white photo of her great-grandmother Hilary Sumpton or "Memar" as she was affectionately known in the family.

Mom Takes Photo of 3-Year-Old Daughter, Realizes Something About Great Gran

Quintrevion Wisner led the Longhorns in rushing yards in 2024 and 2025Fox News Flash top sports headlines for December 26Fox News Flash top sports headlines are here. Check out what's clicking on FoxNews.com.The Texas Longhorns offense took a huge hit before the team’s bowl game against the Michigan Wolverines next week.

Texas' top running back to enter transfer portal

Curious what’s actually happening internally the day after a few too many cocktails? Here's your answer.There’s no denying it: Waking up with a hangover can be awful. The intense headache coupled with random waves of nausea is usually enough to make you consider giving up drinking forever (or at least until next weekend).

This Is Your Body On A Hangover

Michelle Obama and Barack Obama cuddled up for a cozy Christmas snap on Thursday.“Merry Christmas!” Michelle wrote via Instagram. “Barack and I send you our heartfelt wishes for a blessed holiday and joyful start to the new year.”In the social media upload, the couple put their arms around each other while standing in front of trees wrapped in twinkle lights.

Michelle and Barack Obama prove they’re still going strong with cozy Christmas pic

The couple's 4-year-old daughter witnessed the alleged attack on the baby and reportedly told officers attending the scene: "Mommy did it."A West Virginia mom has been accused of slamming her baby onto the floor and holding them there face down after a massive argument erupted.

Mom 'slammed one-year-old face down to the ground' after savage brawl with woman

As the end of the year approaches, millions of Brits will be booking their long-awaited 2026 getaway.In the first six months of 2025, more than 3.8million passports were issued in the United Kingdom.But what often shocks people is that, despite thousands of potential colour options, more than 90 per cent of the world's passports fall into just four tones: red, blue, green and black.

Why passports only come in four colours and what each one means

Health officials are warning about a surge in so-called “super flu” cases as a particularly aggressive strain drives higher-than-usual hospitalizations this season. Patients are reporting intense symptoms that can escalate quickly, especially among older adults, young children, and those with weakened immune systems.Early hospital reports show that more New Yorkers sought emergency care for flu-related complaints in the week ending Dec. 20 than in any comparable week over the past 10 years, the New York Times reported Friday.

Super Flu Symptoms: What to Know as Cases Surge

Costco Auto Program is a game-changerA man bought a Toyota RAV4 through the Costco Auto Program after seeing it in a small pamphlet. The process, according to Vince Rives (@vincerives) was “easier” and cheaper than going through a dealership.Rives posted about the purchase on TikTok on Dec. 22, and since then, his clip has generated over 1.7 million views.

‘I’m Never Buying A Car Without Costco Again’: Man Buys Toyota Through Costco Auto Program. Then He’s Shocked

Dr. Cletus Iwuagwu was reported missing on Nov. 25 in Springfield Township, OhioNEED TO KNOWDr. Cletus Iwuagwu was reported missing on Nov. 25 in Springfield Township, OhioOn Thursday, Dec. 25, the Springfield Fire Department discovered his remains in Orchard LakeThe Lucas County Coroner’s Office declared the physician's cause of death was drowning

Doctor Found Dead After He Disappeared Returning Home from Hospital

Payments for the month of December have already been distributedThe state of Alaska, through its Permanent Fund Dividend (PFD) program, has confirmed a new $1,000 stimulus payment for all eligible residents in 2025. This program, which distributes to citizens a portion of the profits generated by the state's natural resources, such as oil and minerals, is confirmed as a crucial economic relief measure.

When is the $1,000 stimulus payment deposited in January 2026?

The Canada Border Services Agency (CBSA) will scrap its long-running Remote Area Border Crossing (RABC) Program, a system that has allowed thousands of U.S. travelers to enter through remote northern crossings without reporting to a staffed port of entry.Why It MattersThe change, set to take effect in September 2026, will replace the permit-based system with a telephone reporting procedure, requiring travelers to check-in with Canadian authorities after entering the country, according to a press release.

Canada Making Border Crossing Change That Will Impact Americans

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The White House press secretary shared the news in a Dec. 26 social media post, calling it "the greatest Christmas gift we could ever ask for."The new year is bringing a new addition to the family of White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt, who announced that she's having a baby girl.

White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt says she's having a baby girl

NAIROBI, Kenya (AP) — Africa’s regional governance bodies on Saturday rejected the recognition of Somalia’s breakaway region of Somaliland as an independent nation by Israel a day earlier, the first by any country in more than 30 years.Somaliland declared independence from Somalia in 1991 amid a descent into conflict and, despite having its own government and currency, had never been recognized by any nation in the world until Friday.

African regional bodies reject recognition of Somaliland by Israel

What if I told you that your daily habit of avoiding the sun could be just as risky for your long-term health as smoking? It sounds unbelievable, doesn’t it? We’ve been taught for decades to fear the sun, to slather on sunscreen, and to seek shade at all costs.

Is avoiding the sun as dangerous as smoking? the shocking truth about sunlight

When you're grabbing a bottle of Coca-Cola during a grocery run, you're likely not paying any attention to the color of the bottle's lid. Because why would you? It turns out that for soda lovers, there's a very specific reason why the color of your Coca-Cola bottle top matters, especially this time of year.

People Are Scrambling To Find Coca-Cola Bottles With Yellow Lids—Here's Why

Guitar and keyboard stalwart passes awayPerry Bamonte, longtime member of The Cure, has died, aged 65, the band confirmed last night on their website.Bamonte joined the band full-time in 1990, after working as their guitar tech from 1984. He actually left in 2005, forging his own path with Love Amongst Ruin, alongside ex-members of Placebo and Julian Cope’s band, before rejoining The Cure in 2022, two years after he was inducted into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame with the group.

“Quiet, intense, intuitive, constant and hugely creative": Perry Bamonte. of the Cure, dies, aged 65

From your glutes to your shoulders, this 40-minute strength workout ticks every box for building strength, muscle, balance, and stabilityThe holidays are here, and if you don't have the time (or inclination) to get to the gym, welcome to the club.

Can't get to the gym? Caroline Idiens' essential workout has 7 exercises, uses 2 dumbbells, and targets all the major muscles

Israel-Hamas ceasefire marked biggest diplomatic win, as Russia-Ukraine peace remains elusiveSecretary of State Rubio holds year-end news conferenceFox News senior foreign policy correspondent Gillian Turner reports on Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s assessment of conflicts in the Middle East and Ukraine on ‘Special Report.’

Trump’s peace through strength in 2025: where wars stopped and rivals came to the table

Gilbert Smith is an automotive journalist with over five years of specialized research and writing experience. Before joining CarBuzz in 2024, he produced in-depth buyer’s guides and feature articles for Vehicle History, focusing on practical insights and detailed automotive analysis.Check out the auction sites and used car listings, and it's not hard to find decomissioned cop-spec cars with reinforced brakes and suspension and some stab plates in the front seats (in case your kids are really wild on road trips).

Here's Why You Don't See Anyone Driving Decommissioned Mail Trucks

A TikTok video showing a traveler’s worst luggage nightmare has gone viral on TikTok.The clip was shared by @kelssssricardoooo and has amassed over 2.6 million views since it was posted on December 1. Text overlaid on the video reads: "Thinking about the time my mom’s luggage came out like this."

Tourist Mortified As Mom’s Bag Arrives After Flight—and There’s a Problem

From hidden bottle storage to the perfect punch-stirring surface, see how this clever furniture swap maximizes space without sacrificing styleThe finest home bars serve as more than mere storage for bottles and glassware; they act as a design-led focal point within a living or dining room.A successful home bar requires both generous storage and a practical surface for crafting cocktails.